Level 3 Accredited Certificate: Lead (Head) Dental Nursing
Next start date
Monday 07 September 2026
Price
£395 or £140 p/m
Schedule
Flexible
Location
Online Course
Overview
This accredited, award-winning course is for head dental nurses or dental nurses transitioning into leadership roles within their practice. It provides comprehensive Level 3 training in leadership, managing the clinical environment, effectively leading and motivating a team of dental nurses, and developing professionalism within the dental team.
The course comprises four modules with presentations and assessments designed to develop leadership, team management, and clinical environment skills for registered dental nurses who are looking to progress their careers into a leadership role in the clinical environment.
Benefits
- Flexible Completion Time: Learners have up to six months to complete the course, but fast-track completion is available within one month.
- Outstanding Support: Optional drop-in support session classes available. One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.
- Accreditation: Level 3 Accredited Certificate in Lead Dental Nursing awarded upon successful completion.
Course Summary
- Format: online, self-paced
- Average completion time: 4 months
- Number of Learning Units: 18
- CPD Hours: 24 hours
- Guided Learning Hours: Average of 50 hours (depending on the learner's speed)
Module 1: Caring for the dental team
- Unit 1: Communication skills
- Unit 2: Stress and time management
- Unit 3: Inductions to the team
- Unit 4: Mentorship and team development
Module 2: Management skills for lead dental nurses
- Unit 1: Planning team meetings
- Unit 2: Planning rotas and work allocation/delegation
- Unit 3: Motivating the team
- Unit 4: Conflict resolution and problem solving
Module 3: Professionalism, and legal and ethical Issues
- Unit 1: GDC Standards for the Dental Team
- Unit 2: Regulations, accountability and responsibility
- Unit 3: Record-keeping and consent
- Unit 4: Safeguarding Level 1 & Level 2
- Unit 5: Whistleblowing
- Unit 6: Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Module 4: Clinical and practical skills
- Unit 1: Managing the clinical environment
- Unit 2: Stock control and ordering
- Unit 3: Surgery folders
- Unit 4: Audits
Course Assessments
- Unit Quiz: One multiple choice quiz per unit
- Final Assessment: Includes a case scenario and a reflective question
Support
- Drop-In Sessions: Optional drop-in support session classes available.
- One-to-One Support: One-to-one tutor support is easily accessible by email, telephone, or Zoom.
Meet Your Tutor: Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter brings a unique blend of experience, knowledge, and dedication to her role as a course tutor.
- Extensive Experience: Over 18 years in the dental industry.
- Leadership and Management Expertise: Holds a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management.
- Educational Excellence: Holds a Level 5 Diploma in Education.
Professional Affiliations: Member of the Faculty of Dental Trainers, Edinburgh.
Key Qualifications:
- Dental Hygienist and Therapist
- Dental Nurse
- Level 4 Quality Assurance
- Level 3 Assessor
- Diploma in Mentorship and Coaching
Course Assessors
The role of the assessor is to mark your assessments and give you feedback.
Hilary Urry
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Level 3 in Dental Nurse Leadership
- Qualified Tutor and Assessor
Stefan Booyens
- Registered Dental Nurse
- Level 3 in Dental Nurse Leadership
- Qualified Assessor
Next available enrolment dates:
Monday 07 September 2026 - Available | Monday 05 October 2026 - Available
Payment Options
- Full payment: £395.00 inc. VAT
- Payment Plan (total £410.00 inc. VAT): 07 September 2026 £140.00 (Non-refundable deposit), 07 October 2026 £140.00, 07 November 2026 £140.00
- Multiple Applicant Discounts: Two applicants: 5% discount | Three applicants: 10% discount | Four or more applicants: 15% discount
- Multiple Course Discounts: Two courses: 5% discount | Three courses: 10% discount | Four or more courses: 15% discount
- Note: Discounts are applied to the VAT-exclusive fee. Discounts cannot be applied to payment plans.
Fully accredited
We hold multiple accreditations and have passed every quality audit.
Verifiable CPD
Our certificates meet the GDC’s requirements for verifiable Enhanced CPD.
Dedicated support
Each learner is assigned a support administrator who monitors their progress throughout the course.
Responsive marking
Work is marked promptly and enquiries are answered without delay.
Experienced educators
Taught by highly qualified educators who remain active in the profession.
Beyond the syllabus
We keep you informed of new research and developments through our free webinars.
Book This Course
Apply in two minutes, or ask us anything first — enrolment is confirmed within one working day. Next start date: Monday 07 September 2026.
Level 3 Lead Dental Nursing
£395
or spread the cost — £140 p/m payment plan: choose it on the Payment Plan tab.
- Certificate awarded on completion
- Flexible online study
- Tutor assigned within 1 working day
- Only request an invoice if your employer pays
Prefer to talk it through?
0207 193 0584 ·
1. Apply online
Two-minute form — payment options available.
2. We confirm within 1 working day
Enrolment email with full course info and your tutor.
3. Start studying
Flexible online learning from your start date.
FAQs
A lead (or head) dental nurse takes responsibility for the nursing team, supporting and mentoring colleagues, upholding standards and acting as the link between the team and practice management.